Commercial real estate can be an intimidating environment, particularly for new investors. Fast moving, competitive, and fraught with risk, the market may seem inaccessible without an experienced ally. Commercial deals can be very complex and opportunities can surface and disappear in a wink. That’s why choosing an agent is a critical early step. That contact opens the door and helps investors to navigate. When we choose partners, it can often seem natural to rely on people we know. It is easy to work with... read more

The commercial real estate industry’s foundation is personal connection, and a big part of the day is occupied in reaching out to clients, colleagues, and competitors. The right contacts make a critical difference in our ability to identify opportunities and get the job done. Meetings and conferences are a golden opportunity to improve our industry knowledge while expanding our network and exploring new possibilities. Here are some networking tips to help you make the most of your time. 1. ORGANIZE CONTA... read more

To best appeal to international clients, you need to have some understanding of the culture and conditions in the target country. Creating content that is accessible to international prospects may involve setting up a website in the native language, or at least providing a translation feature. It can be very good practice to contract with an agent or representative “on the ground” who can filter and enhance your message to suit local tastes and interests. It’s tough to work in commercial real e... read more

Ever wonder where to go to find a shiny, brand new apartment complex? Multi-family construction is booming all over the US, and is continuing on trends that began years ago, and have been increasing, believe it or not. These five cities are some of the largest in the current iteration of the boom!   NYC   New York, New York. Always in need of more housing, the Big Apple lacks the room for sprawling suburbs full of single-family homes, and so of course, the only solution is to build ever-bigger... read more

Coldwell Banker Commercial is honored to have a large team of affiliates representing the CBC name all across the nation. Whether helping their clients with their commercial real estate needs or sharing hyper local information on their specialized areas of service, these Coldwell Banker Commercial firms are making a splash on social media and bringing the best of commercial real estate news to their spheres. Learn more about the firm and why you should follow them on Twitter.   Coldwell Banker Commerc... read more